Evelyn Brent was an American actress best known for her roles in Underworld, The Last Command, and The Seventh Victim.
Personal and Family Life
Evelyn Brent was born on October 20, 1895, in Syracuse, New York, as Mary Elizabeth Riggs. She lost her mother at the age of ten and moved to New York with her father, where she began modeling. Initially, she wanted to be a teacher, but after a visit to a theater studio, she fell in love with acting.
Career Highlights
Brent started her career in films as an extra and quickly got featured roles alongside stars like John Barrymore. She gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s for playing sultry characters and was known for her performances in silent films. Throughout her career, she transitioned to sound films but eventually saw a decline in her roles by the end of the decade.
Death and Legacy
Evelyn Brent passed away on June 4, 1975, in Los Angeles, California, due to a heart attack. She left behind a legacy that includes a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Brent’s contributions to early cinema are remembered, particularly for her work in silent films and her transition to talkies.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Seventh Victim | 1943-08-21 | Natalie Cortez |
| Mr. Wong, Detective | 1938-10-05 | Olga Petroff / Countess Dubois / Sophie Dome |
| Framed | 1930-03-16 | Rose Manning |
| Underworld | 1927-08-20 | Feathers McCoy |
| The Last Command | 1928-01-21 | Natalie Dabrova |
| Madonna of the Streets | 1930-11-25 | May |
| The Silver Horde | 1930-10-24 | Cherry Malotte |
| The Golden Eye | 1948-08-29 | Sister Teresa |
| High Pressure | 1932-01-10 | Francine Dale |
| Hopalong Cassidy Returns | 1936-10-16 | Lilli Marsh |